2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 592 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | FR-V | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |